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APC (NP/PA) - Senior Community Care - Washington and Multnomah Counties, OR

Optum
paid holidays, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Lake Oswego
Oct 08, 2026
Advanced Practice Clinician (NP/PA) - Senior Community Care Optum \| Washington & Multnomah Counties, OR \| Full-Time \| Field-Based Looking for a role that offers meaningful patient care without sacrificing work-life balance? Join Optum's Senior Community Care team and provide longitudinal care to medically complex patients in skilled nursing facilities throughout Washington and Multnomah Counties. As the primary Advanced Practice Clinician for your patient panel, you'll have the flexibility to manage your own schedule while delivering high-quality, value-based care. With no call requirements, weekends, holidays, productivity quotas, or RVU targets, you can focus on your patients while enjoying greater control over your workday. Why Providers Love This Role $40,000 Student Loan Repayment Program or $30,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible individuals Competitive base salary plus performance bonus incentives $2,500 Relocation Assistance No on-call responsibilities No weekends or holidays required 23 days of PTO plus 9 paid holidays No productivity quotas or RVU requirements Manage your own patient panel and daily schedule Flexibility to structure your day across assigned facilities Strong interdisciplinary team support Build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and caregivers Flexible Schedule, Meaningful Work Optum's value-based care model allows providers to spend more time focusing on patient needs rather than productivity metrics. You'll have the freedom to manage your daily schedule, coordinate care across facilities, and prioritize quality patient interactions without the pressures commonly associated with traditional practice settings. This role is ideal for clinicians seeking predictable hours, greater schedule flexibility, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a vulnerable patient population. Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive patient assessments Manage acute and chronic conditions, including diagnostics and interventions Develop and manage complex treatment plans Care for patients during short-term sub-acute rehabilitation episodes Lead advanced illness, goals-of-care, and advance care planning discussions Collaborate with PCPs, facility staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members Provide patient and caregiver education Ensure accurate and complete clinical documentation Make an Impact Care for some of Optum's highest-risk Medicare members, including patients with multiple chronic conditions, advanced illnesses, and complex medical, behavioral, functional, and social needs. Help improve outcomes and quality of life through comprehensive, relationship-based care. Required Qualifications Nurse Practitioners Graduate of an accredited Master of Science Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice program Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date Board certified through AANP or ANCC in an approved NP specialty Physician Assistants Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of residence, or ability to obtain by start date Board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Additional Requirements Current DEA licensure/prescriptive authority or ability to obtain post-hire, per state regulations Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if applicable Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation Ability to meet the physical requirements of a field-based position Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care Experience caring for patients with complex behavioral, social, and functional needs Understanding of Geriatrics and Chronic Illness Understanding of Advanced Illness and end-of-life discussions Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation About Optum Home & Community Care Optum Home & Community Care is transforming care delivery by connecting patients with comprehensive, personalized care across settings. Join a team that empowers providers with flexibility, independence, and the ability to deliver high-quality care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.